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January 2018
String Thynge
Join us for a day of all things string! Beyond tying packages, string comes in many forms. Consider: silk, and linen, and wool, in spinning, or weaving, or sewing, or embroidery. Then there is “string” of metal for jewelry and other adornments. String is also found in music and in archery. Think of the possibilities! Count on comestibles (dayboard), classes, and Court. Classes will begin at 11:00, and currently include: Norse Seam Treatments, Wire Wrapped Rings, Heraldic Appliqué, Bayeux Tapestry…
Feast of Fools
The Shire of Roxbury Mill, raucous and ribald in its revelry, invites one and all to the third annual Feast of Fools on January 20, 2018, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Rockville, Maryland. This year’s theme is inspired by the 14 th Century poem “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.” As a pearl compares to a pea, we will be choosing a King and Queen of Misrule as our “Arthur” and “Guinevere” to rule…
Midwinter’s Feast
Greeting and salutations to all, and a well new year. We invite you to celebrate with Lochmere in our observance of Diwali, the festival of lights. As Diwali celebrates the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair, we thought it would be a great way to start this new year. Diwali is celebrated over five days, the name of festive days as well as the rituals of Diwali vary significantly among Hindus,…
February 2018
Bright Hills Baronial Birthday
Baronial Birthday 2018 Bright Hills Baronial Birthday, Feb. 10, 2018, “These are the Books of Hours of our lives” All aspects of medieval life could be found in a book of hours be it a peasant milling grain or nobles hunting wild game. There are 24 hours in a day and it is our 24th birthday so come see how we make the magnificent imagery found in these beautiful books come to life. We welcome you to help us celebrate…
March 2018
Night on the Town: Night on the Rhine
Join the Barony of Lochmere as we travel down the Rhine: home to merchants, fine beverages, beautiful vistas, and more than a few robber barons. Keep a hold to your coins, for you never know what lurks around each bend of this majestic river. More information is available at http://atlantia.sca.org/137-events/167-event-flyer?event_id=d8d420e2 and http://lochmere.atlantia.sca.org/nightonthetown/
April 2018
Royal Archery Tournament
Master Seamus McRay challenges the archers of Atlantia to seize his title as Royal Archer! In addition, there will be award medallions (and possibly scrolls) for the highest scoring archer in each Royal Round ranking (Archer, Marksman, Bowman, Bowman, Grand Bowman Elite) that the winner gets to wear as bragging rights until the next year’s Royal Archery Tournament! Changes to the format this year include that the final shoot-off rounds will include the top 16 shooters instead of just the…
Revenge of the Stitch V
Revenge of the Stitch V — April 27-29 A long time ago, in a shire far, far away, there was a mighty battle fought… Blows were thrown, stiches were sewn, and songs were sung. Now, the battle returns! What historical garb can the teams create in 24 hours? Who will prevail with sword and shield? What melodies and tales will win the judges’ favor? Come find out at Revenge of the Stitch V! Martial Activities: Heavy Weapons— Yes! Archery – Yes!…
May 2018
On Target
Their Excellencies of Lochmere, Baroness Sarra de Vicenza and Baron Cormacc ua Rigain, invite archers to join Their Barony at a scenic waterfront site in Annapolis, Maryland for a day of archery, an atlatl battle, good food and companionship. NEW THIS YEAR — A NIGHT SHOOT!! Stick around after Feast to send Flurries of Arrows Flaming through the Night! Shooting will commence around 10 am on Saturday, May 20, 2017. As always, the main event will be the challenging walk-through…
Annual Renaissance Faire
Members from the Shire of Spiaggia Levantina will be supporting the Students of Arcadia High School at their Annual Renaissance Faire on May 19, 2018. More information coming soon!
June 2018
Skewered
Come and experience the full trajectory of the Spanish-Anglo War! The year is 1588. El Grande y Felicisima Armada has set sail from Spain for the English Channel. The coming battle at sea will determine supremacy on the Continent for the next century. Men and women prepare for war on both sides by eating and training. Fulfill your oaths to your Crown by skewering everything in sight — meat, targets, or enemy sailors! More information is available at http://atlantia.sca.org/137-events/167-event-flyer?event_id=82d08933 and…